Honorable mentions

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Jun 16, 2013 at 3:15 AM

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DURHAM — Michael Cleary, son of Cliff and Joyce Cleary from Rochester, NH, and Jillian Knight, daughter of Holly and John Knight from Berwick, Maine, were recently inducted into the Beta Gamma Sigma Honor Society at the Peter T. Paul College of Business and Economics at the University of New Hampshire. Associate Dean A.R. ‘Venky’ Venkatachalam presented the certificates of achievement and pins. Beta Gamma Sigma is the premier honor society for students majoring in Business Administration in the United States and internationally.

The Red Sox Scholars Program is an honor awarded by the Red Sox Foundation, the official team charity of the Boston Red Sox. Through the program, the Red Sox Foundation awarded a $1,000 college scholarship to 35 college-bound high school seniors in New Hampshire Public Schools.

These New Hampshire Red Sox Scholars, were honored based on their academic performance, financial aid eligibility, and commitment to community service. The scholarship program was introduced in 2010 by then-New Hampshire Governor John Lynch and John and Linda Henry. The program has since been expanded from 10 qualifying New Hampshire public schools in its inaugural year, to 35 in 2012.

FARMINGTON — Each year Honey Dew Donuts awards more than $25,000 in scholarship money to graduating high school seniors from Honey Dew franchise communities throughout New England.

This year, Farmington resident and High School senior Sarah Cantwell is one of approximately 100 students selected to receive a scholarship of $250. Cantwell will be attending Unity College in the fall, majoring in Wildlife Biology.

To be eligible, Cantwell had to demonstrate academic excellence by maintaining a grade-point average of B- or better, be accepted into a four-year accredited college or university, and participate in community service activities.

Cantwell was honored at the 11th annual Honey Dew Donuts Scholarship Breakfast and Awards Ceremony on June 8 at the Sheraton Needham (Mass.) Hotel.

MELBOURNE, Fla. — Joshua Hester, a mechanical engineering major and resident of Nottingham, was among the students from Florida Institute of Technology in Melbourne who was named to the dean’s list for the spring semester, which ended in May.

BRUNSWICK, Maine — Bowdoin College held its 208th Commencement exercises Saturday, May 25. The following Bowdoin College graduates took part:

Noah Glennon, of Portsmouth, graduated with a major in mathematics and physics.

Hannah Glover, of Durham, graduated summa cum laude with a major in earth and oceanographic science and a minor in anthropology.

Brian Kim, of Lee, graduated with a major in economics and English and a minor in music.

Kassey Matoin, of Springvale, graduated with a major in biology.

Connor Shannon, of Stratham, graduated with a major in economics and a minor in Latin.

Parker Towle, of South Berwick, graduated summa cum laude with a major in English and a minor in film studies.

NEW LONDON, Conn. — The following local residents were awarded bachelor of arts degrees from Connecticut College at the 95th commencement ceremony on May 19.

Grant Kokernak of North Hampton majored in biological sciences.

Kyle Riffe of South Berwick majored in history.

Meredith Boyle of Portsmouth graduated summa cum laude with a major in international relations and French.

KETTERING, OHIO — Kettering College is pleased to announce that Jared Dennis Amos, a human biology major from Somersworth, was named to the dean’s list for the winter semester 2013.

MANCHESTER — Rev. Augustine Kelly, O.S.B., dean of Saint Anselm College, announced the following students that were named to the Dean’s List for the Spring 2013 semester.

Erin E. Albiero, of North Hampton, a Psychology major and a member of the class of 2013.

Molly P. Burgess, of Wells, a biology major and a member of the class of 2013.

Laryssa D. Feliciano, of Seabrook, a communication major and a member of the class of 2013.

Ethan M. Fortin, of Dover, a English major and a member of the class of 2013.

Matthew B. Harnish, of Strafford, a criminal Justice major and a member of the class of 2013.

Melissa G. Laurion, of Strafford, a nursing major and a member of the class of 2013.

Jacqueline P. Lavorgna, of Somersworth, a international relations major and a member of the class of 2013.

Curran R. Leighton, of Dover, a criminal justice major and a member of the class of 2013.

Thomas S. Lynch, of Durham, a accounting major and a member of the class of 2013.

Brandon T. Early, of Newmarket, a natural sciences major and a member of the class of 2014.

Matthew M. Gunzelmann, of Hampton, a psychology major and a member of the class of 2014.

Caleigh B. MacDonald, of Greenland, a nursing major and a member of the class of 2014.

Margaret C. O’Leary, of Hampton, a history major and a member of the class of 2014.

Marie K. Schwab, of Hampton, a psychology major and a member of the class of 2014.

Aryn M.N. Coon, of Dover, a psychology major and a member of the class of 2015.

Lyndsay S. Davis, of Berwick, a nursing major and a member of the class of 2015.

Collin R. Garcia, of Strafford, a history major and a member of the class of 2015.

Ari S. Lehner, of Wolfeboro, a psychology major and a member of the class of 2015.

Nisha Matta, of Rye, a education studies major and a member of the class of 2015.

Patrick J. Nichols, of Exeter, a mathematics major and a member of the class of 2015.

Danielle Elizabeth Puopolo, of Berwick, a psychology major and a member of the class of 2015.

Griffin J. Roberge, of South Berwick, a politics major and a member of the class of 2015.

Rachel Louise Taschereau, of New Durham, a English major and a member of the class of 2015.

Jessica M. Wyrsch, of Dover, a nursing major and a member of the class of 2015.

Kristine E. Adams, of Alton, a politics major and a member of the class of 2016.

LAKE CHARLES, La. — The President’s honor list for the spring 2013 semester at McNeese State University included Rachel Faith LaFrance of Rochester, NH.

GROVE CITY, Pa. — The following area residents were named to the dean’s list for the spring 2013 semester at Grove City College.

Timothy Lagoy, a freshman Communication Studies major has been named to the dean’s list. Timothy is a 2012 graduate of Portsmouth Christian Academy and is the son of Mrs. Suzanne Young from Nottingham, NH.

Benjamin Leavitt, a freshman History major has been named to the dean’s list with High Distinction. Benjamin is a 2012 graduate of Portsmouth Christian Academy and is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Leavitt (Sarah) from Exeter, NH.

Laura Egan, a freshman English major has been named to the dean’s list with Distinction. Laura is a 2012 graduate of Portsmouth Christian Academy and is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Egan (Kristin) from York, ME.

Shaina Richer, a senior Communication Studies major has been named to the dean’s list with Distinction. Shaina is a 2009 graduate of Seacoast Christian School and is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Scott Richer (Tersea) from Sanford, ME.

WILLIMANTIC, Conn. — Eastern Connecticut State University recently released its dean’s list for the spring 2013 semester.

Full-time student Sara Colucci ‘13 of Rochester, NH, is a Psychology major on the list.

CANTON, N.Y. — The following local students were awarded a degree at St. Lawrence University’s Commencement ceremony, held May 19 on campus in Canton.

Alexander G. Knoll, of Lee, graduated magna cum laude and was awarded a degree in physics. Knoll graduated from Oyster River High School.

Colleen M. Maguire, of Wolfeboro, graduated cum laude and was awarded a degree in government. Maguire graduated from Kingswood Regional High School.

Thomas P. Roseen, of Wolfeboro, was awarded a degree in conservation biology. Roseen graduated from Kingswood Regional High School.

BELOIT, Wis. — Jennifer Walkup of Northwood, NH was recently named to the spring 2013 dean’s list at Beloit College. Walkup is a Sophomore.

BRENTWOOD, Tenn. — Tractor Supply Company and the National FFA Foundation recently announced the results of their new Growing Scholars program. Tractor Supply customers across the country donated $362,324, resulting in 284 scholarships awarded to FFA members in their pursuit of a college degree.

The National FFA Foundation selected FFA members across the United States to receive the scholarships. Two $1,000 grants were also awarded to select FFA Chapters. Here is a list of the scholarship recipients from New Hampshire and their desired career field:

BROCKPORT, N.Y. — The College at Brockport, State University of New York, has awarded scholarships to members of its incoming freshman class who have demonstrated academic excellence.

Jessica Gagnon of Union, won Brockport’s Honors and Recognition Scholarships.

FAIRFIELD, Conn. — Sacred Heart University, has announced the dean’s list for the spring semester 2013. To receive this honor, a student must achieve a 3.6 grade average, based on a 4.0 scale. The following students made the spring 2013 dean’s list:

BRUNSWICK, Maine — Parker Towle of South Berwick, a member of the Bowdoin College Class of 2013, has been awarded the Forbes Rickard Jr. Memorial Poetry Prize at Bowdoin’s annual Honors Day ceremony, held May 8. Honors Day recognizes the academic achievements of Bowdoin students and faculty.

OSWEGO, N.Y. — Samuel Hewitt of Durham, a senior meteorology major, has been named to the president’s list for the spring semester at SUNY Oswego.

POTSDAM, N.Y. — The following students were named Presidential Scholars for the spring 2013 semester at Clarkson University:

Molly Kelso of Exeter, N.H., a sophomore majoring in biology and pre-physical therapy.

POTSDAM, N.Y. — The following students were named to the dean’s list for the spring 2013 semester at Clarkson University:

MARIETTA, Ohio — Kasey Woodworth of North Berwick, Maine, was among more than 300 students who received diplomas at Marietta College’s 176th graduation ceremony on Sunday, May 12, in the Dyson Baudo Recreation Center.

Woodworth completed requirements for the bachelor of arts degree with a major in intervention specialist K-12.

DURHAM — Jennifer J. Roberts, daughter of Doug and Pat Roberts from Springvale, ME was recently inducted into the Omicron Delta Epsilon Honor Society in the Beta Chapter of New Hampshire at the Peter T. Paul College of Business and Economics at the University of New Hampshire. Professor Marc Herold presented the certificate of achievement and pin. Omicron Delta Epsilon is one of the world’s largest academic honor societies for students majoring in Economics in the United States and internationally.

WORCESTER, Mass. — The following local residents recently graduated from Worcester Polytechnic Institute.

Assaad Farhat of Newmarket, was awarded a bachelor of science degree in aerospace engineering.

Connor Ellison of North Hampton, as awarded a bachelor of science degree in chemical engineering.

Adam Thibault of Somersworth, was awarded a bachelor of science degree in chemical engineering.

Marc Michaud of South Berwick, Maine, was awarded a bachelor of science degree in electrical and computer engineering with distinction.

Adam Moriarty of Hampton, was awarded a bachelor of science degree in electrical and computer engineering with distinction.

Julie Wade of Portsmouth, was awarded a bachelor of science degree in mathematical sciences.

Gallagher Hogan of Portsmouth, was awarded a bachelor of science degree in mechanical engineering.

Nicholas Mercurio of York, Maine, was awarded a bachelor of science degree in mechanical engineering.

Victoria Hewey of Sanford, Maine, was awarded a bachelor of science degree in mechanical engineering with distinction.

Kush Patel of Greenland, was awarded a bachelor of science degree in robotics engineering.

Brett Chambers of North Berwick, Maine, was awarded a master of business administration degree.

Evan Duderewicz of Strafford, was awarded a master of science degree in marketing and technological innovation.

Luke Gregory of Portsmouth, was awarded a master of science degree in mechanical engineering.

Ero Iordanou of Portsmouth, was awarded a master of science degree in mechanical engineering.

Daniel Pierson of Hampton, was awarded a master of science degree in mechanical engineering.

CHESTER, Pa. — Amanda Raimer of Rollinsford, N.H., who is studying at Widener University, was named to the dean’s list for the spring 2013 semester.

SAN DIEGO, Calif. — Geneviève Bixler of Hampton graduated from the University of San Diego on May 26.

Bixler earned a bachelor’s degree in Psychology.

CLEMSON, S.C. — Daniel Jackson Gow of Somersworth has been named to the dean’s list at Clemson University for the spring 2013 semester. Gow is majoring in Biological Sciences.

CLEMSON, S.C. — The following local residents have been named to the president’s list at Clemson University for the spring 2013 semester:

Courtney Delina Adams of Sanford, who is majoring in Wildlife and Fisheries Biology.

Katherine Anne Bricker-Huddles of Durham, who is majoring in English.

MILTON, Mass. — Curry College President Kenneth K. Quigley, Jr., is pleased to announce the following area residents received degrees on Sunday, May 19 at the Commencement ceremony:

Ryan Clark of Barrington received a masters of arts in criminal justice degree

POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. — The following residents graduated from Marist College the weekend of May 24.

Patrick Curry of Rye, received a bachelor of science degree in criminal justice.

Cassaundra Delvalle of Portsmouth, received a bachelor of arts degree in communication.

Emily McGaughey of Kittery, Maine, received a bachelor of arts degree in psychology.

Brett Sanchez of North Hampton, received a bachelor of science degree in business administration.

ST. MARY’S CITY, Md. — Caroline Mende, a resident of North Berwick, Maine, was awarded dean’s list honors for academic achievement during the spring 2013 semester at St. Mary’s College of Maryland.

CONCORD — The following students have recently graduated from NHTI, Concord’s Community College, during the spring 2013 term.

Barrington:

Jamie Blaisdell, associate in science with a major in business administration; Joseph Groen, associate in science with a major in nursing; Alyson Lombardo, associate in science with a major in Paramedic Emergency Medicine; Lydia Photiou, associate in arts with a major in visual arts in sports management

Farmington:

Ian McCowan, associate in arts with a major in liberal arts; Katelyn Ordway, associate in science with a major in early childhood education

Rochester:

Kevin Gill, associate in science with a major in general studies; Jeremy Lemay, associate in science with a major in accounting; Thomas Pearce, associate in science with a major in general studies

Somersworth:

Dwayne Michaud, associate in science with a major in electronic engineering technology

MOUNT VERNON, Iowa — David Holmstock of Berwick graduated from Cornell College in Mount Vernon, Iowa, on May 12, 2013.

Holmstock graduated magna cum laude with a bachelor of arts in studio art.

NORTHFIELD, Vt. - The following students from your readership area have been recognized on the dean’s list at Norwich University for the spring 2013 semester:

BOSTON, Mass. — Northeastern University is pleased to recognize those students who distinguish themselves academically during the course of the school year. The following local residents were recently named to the University’s dean’s list for the spring semester, which ended in April 2013

Warner, who recently received his OSHA 10-hour safety certification, is a graduate of York High School in York, Maine, and is a student at the Thompson School of Applied Sciences at UNH where his concentrations include Construction Management and Architecture. During his time at JCCI, he’ll be working in the areas of project management and estimating. A resident of Cape Neddick, Maine, Jon enjoys sports, hunting and fishing.

FREDERICKSBURG, Va. — Sabia C. Prescott of York, Maine, is a student at the University of Mary Washington in Fredericksburg and was named to the dean’s list for the spring semester of the 2012-13 academic year.